The Italian had been expected to leave Chelsea since the end of last season and now it has been confirmed by the club.

A statement on the club website said: "Chelsea Football Club and Antonio Conte have parted company.

"During Antonio’s time at the club, we won our sixth league title and eighth FA Cup. In the title winning season, the club set a then-record 30 wins in a 38-game Premier League season, as well as a club-record 13 consecutive league victories.

"We wish Antonio every success in his future career."

The Blues finished a disappointing fifth in the Premier League - a year after winning the title - and not even an FA Cup triumph was enough to save his job.